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State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
… had incorrect or no location noted on the inventory list. A color copier and refrigerator with a combined purchase … phone server and a computer) valued at $9,600 were listed in BOCES inventory as active and could not be found. Lynbrook … were a prudent and economical use of taxpayer money, and in the district’s best interest. Pelham Union Free School …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/04/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-district-audits-0DiNapoli: February Local Sales Tax Collections Down 4.2 Percent; Year Over Year Decline Narrows
… declined by 4.2 percent in February compared to the same month in 2020, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli … Collections are down $2.2 billion, or 12 percent, for the past 12 months (March 2020 – February 2021), compared to … being administered and businesses are slowly reopening.” All regions in the state experienced sales tax collection …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/03/dinapoli-february-local-sales-tax-collections-down-42-percent-year-over-year-decline-narrowsDiNapoli: Former Potsdam Court Clerk Sentenced to Jail; $117,000 Restitution
… records so she could pocket the public funds from 2009 to 2013. “I’m glad our auditors and investigators were able to … for their work on this case.” “By working with the town of Potsdam’s judges, the diligent work of the Comptroller’s … by filing a complaint online at [email protected].ny.us , or by mailing a complaint to: Office of the State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/dinapoli-former-potsdam-court-clerk-sentenced-jail-117000-restitutionWatervliet City School District – Payroll and Claims Processing (2013M-4)
… Background The Watervliet City School District is located in the City of Watervliet in Albany County. The District is governed by the Board of Education which comprises five elected …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2013/06/28/watervliet-city-school-district-payroll-and-claims-processing-2013m-4DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Grew by 14% in October
… by 14.1% in October compared to the same month in 2021, according to an analysis released today by State … $1.75 billion, up $217 million compared to the same time last year. “October’s sales tax collections saw the … (for October-December) will be available in January. Table Monthly Local Sales Tax Collections by County and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/11/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-grew-14-octoberOut-of-Service Death Benefit – Article 14 Benefits
… one year after leaving public employment, 50 percent of the ordinary death benefit may still be payable. This vested … notify us of your death as soon as possible so we can send the appropriate forms to your beneficiary. … Article 14 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/out-service-death-benefitCharlotte Valley Central School District - Budget Review (B4-15-6)
… The Charlotte Valley Central School District, located in Delaware, Otsego and Schoharie Counties, has a tentative … that the significant revenue and expenditure projections in the preliminary budget are reasonable. The District’s … limit. Key Recommendations There are no recommendations in this report. … Charlotte Valley Central School District …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2015/04/09/charlotte-valley-central-school-district-budget-review-b4-15-6Divorce – Police and Fire Plan
… after the marriage has ended. This division must be stated in the form of a Domestic Relations Order (DRO) if we are to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1512/divorceDivorce – En-Con Police Officers Plan
… determined that retirement benefits are marital property and subject to equitable distribution. “Equitable … benefits should be divided. However, it does not allow for a distribution of your pension until you actually retire, … wishes. Effective July 7, 2008, beneficiary designations for certain benefits are revoked when a divorce, annulment or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1822/divorceDivorce – Non-Contributory Plan with Guaranteed Benefits
… must be stated in the form of a Domestic Relations Order (DRO) if we are to pay a portion of your pension to your …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1513/divorceDivorce – Basic Plan with Increased-Take-Home-Pay (ITHP)
… The New York State Court of Appeals has determined that retirement benefits are marital property and subject to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1511/divorceWest Niles Fire Company – Financial Activities (2017M-205)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to determine whether the Board provided adequate oversight of Company operations to ensure financial activity was …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-company-or-department/2018/01/05/west-niles-fire-company-financial-activities-2017m-205Marion Central School District – Tuition Reimbursements (2016M-11)
… inadequate because no final review is performed before payment is made to the employee. The District’s written …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/04/08/marion-central-school-district-tuition-reimbursements-2016m-11Divorce – Career Plan
… are divorced, it is especially important to review your beneficiary designations to ensure your benefits will be … according to your wishes. Effective July 7, 2008, beneficiary designations for certain benefits are revoked … applies is if the terms of a DRO specify otherwise. Beneficiary designations may be revoked for the Ordinary …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1642/divorceDivorce – Article 14 Benefits
… must be stated in the form of a Domestic Relations Order (DRO) if we are to pay a portion of your pension to your ex-spouse. A DRO gives us specific direction on how your retirement … becomes final. An exception is if the terms of a DRO specify otherwise. Beneficiary designations may be …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/divorceDivorce – New Career Plan
… must be stated in the form of a Domestic Relations Order (DRO) if we are to pay a portion of your pension to your ex-spouse. A DRO gives us specific direction on how your retirement … becomes final. An exception applies if the terms of a DRO specify otherwise. Beneficiary designations may be …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1515/divorceDiNapoli: Former Crystal Beach Fire Department Treasurer Sentenced in More Than $82,000 Theft
… was convicted of petit larceny and ordered to pay $2,100 restitution in June. DiNapoli encourages the … Fraud Hotline at 1-888-672-4555, by filing a complaint online at [email protected] , or by mailing a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/11/dinapoli-former-crystal-beach-fire-department-treasurer-sentenced-more-82000-theftTonawanda Housing Authority – Housing Occupancy and Information Technology (2016M-381)
… which manages one 257-unit apartment complex, is governed by a seven-member Board of Directors. Operating expenditures …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/public-authority/2017/05/25/tonawanda-housing-authority-housing-occupancy-and-information-technologyXIII.2.D Expense Report Payment – XIII. Employee Expense Reimbursement
… financial institutions to make sure they have the correct routing and account numbers. Supplying incorrect account/routing numbers will delay payment and will require …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiii/xiii2d-expense-report-paymentChenango Valley Central School District – Budget Review (B4-13-11)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our budget review was to determine whether the significant revenue and expenditure … in Broome County, issued debt totaling $3.5 million to liquidate the accumulated deficit in the District’s … requires all local governments that have been authorized to issue obligations to fund operating deficits to submit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2013/04/19/chenango-valley-central-school-district-budget-review-b4-13-11